Tuscaloosa Alabama Defective Auto Parts Lawyers
Holding car manufacturers liable when they put their profits before your safety
Car owners have the right to expect that the vehicles they buy, no matter their size or shape, have parts that are in working order. When your brakes fail, engines stall, or steering malfunctions, our Tuscaloosa defective auto parts lawyers have the experience and resources to hold the manufacturers of defective car parts accountable for your injuries or the death of a loved one. At Prince Glover Hayes, we also hold manufacturers accountable when cars are not crashworthy and protective features such as airbags and seatbelts malfunction. We demand compensation for all your medical bills, lost income, pain and suffering, and property damage. Call us now to hold irresponsible manufacturers accountable.
Our record of results in product liability cases includes a $2.5 million settlement for a man with a severe brain injury due to a defectively designed auto part.
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- What is a defective product liability claim?
- What types of auto parts are defective in Tuscaloosa?
- What happens when there is a recall of a defective auto part?
- Who is responsible when auto parts are defective in Tuscaloosa?
- How do you prove liability when defective auto parts cause accidents in Tuscaloosa?
- What injuries do defective auto parts cause in Tuscaloosa?
- What’s the value of my defective auto part claim?
- Do you have a defective auto parts lawyer near me in Tuscaloosa?
What is a defective product liability claim?
The manufacturers of cars and car parts can be held liable if their products cause accidents due to defects in their design or construction, if the instructions on use are unclear, or if they lack proper warnings about any known dangers.
At Prince Glover Hayes, product liability claims include those where the manufacturer is responsible due to the following:
- Strict (manufacturer) liability
- Breach of warranty
- Negligence
- Misrepresentations
Our Tuscaloosa product liability lawyers file claims on behalf of drivers, passengers, pedestrians, and bicycle riders. We also file claims on behalf of your loved one’s estate if a defective auto part accident is fatal.
If defective auto parts cause harm to multiple victims, we may also file a class action or a multidistrict litigation lawsuit on behalf of multiple victims. We can explain how these types of multi-victim lawsuits are similar and how they differ.
What types of auto parts are defective in Tuscaloosa?
Prince Glover & Hayes handles all types of defective auto parts claims, including the following types of defects:
Defects that cause accidents
Our Tuscaloosa defective car part lawyers handle product liability cases involving defective:
- Tires. Tires that blow out, have an improper amount of tread or don’t have enough pressure can cause cars to roll over and the driver to lose control of their vehicle.
- Brakes. You need your brakes to work, especially when there are emergencies that require that you stop immediately – such as a pothole, a deer crossing your path, a truck spill, or a car that suddenly veers into your lane of travel. Defective brakes include device brake cylinders, brake pads, and defects that cause the loss of brake fluid.
- Fuel systems. Fuel that spills or leaks can easily ignite, causing a catastrophe. Fuel tanks may be defective due to their design, workmanship, or their placement on a car, jeep, or SUV.
- Steering systems. Defective power belts, blocked hoses, hydraulic systems, electric failures, and other failures can cause stiff steering, steering that pulls or drifts, and many other dangers that cause a driver to lose control of their vehicle’s path.
- Stalling and acceleration. Defects in your car’s transmission or other car part defects can cause your car to stall just when you need to move quickly through an intersection or accelerate when you need to stop.
- Lights. Lights that fail to work in the dark or shine too brightly can cause car accidents in Tuscaloosa. Your turn signals and hazard lights need to work when you turn, or there’s an emergency.
- Windshield wipers. When it rains, if your windshield wipers fail to work, an accident can easily occur.
- Electric vehicle fires. The batteries for electric vehicles can catch fire due to their chemicals. EV batteries that malfunction can cause dangerous fires that often cause serious injuries or deaths.
Defects that fail to provide protection
Our Tuscaloosa car part defect lawyers also file product liability claims when another driver causes an accident (such as by speeding or driving while distracted) if the safety features of your car fail to protect you. We file claims if your injuries or the death of a loved one are due to the following:
- A lack of crashworthiness. Cars should be designed to absorb some damage when accidents occur and to protect passengers when crashes happen. We work with product safety experts who understand the federal and state guidelines that govern crashworthiness and the safety of occupants during and after an accident takes place.
- Defective airbags. We represent car occupants when airbags deploy too early, fail to deploy, or are too powerful, which can cause direct harm to the occupants.
- Seatbelts. Defective seatbelts may fail to secure a driver or passenger, causing severe injuries or deaths.
Other defective car parts include:
- Car seats for children
- Roofs that crush inward or break apart
What happens when there is a recall of a defective auto part?
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) issues many recalls because of defective car parts. A recall will not prevent a claim, nor is it necessary that a product was recalled in order to prove that it is defective. In cases where a company did issue a recall, our Tuscaloosa auto part defect lawyers can use the existence of that recall to strengthen your product liability claim.
Who is responsible when auto parts are defective in Tuscaloosa?
The manufacturers of car parts can be held liable for product defects that cause accidents or fail to protect victims. At Prince Glover Hayes, we may also file product liability claims against:
- Distributors, wholesalers, and retailers – if they are actively involved in the manufacture or quality of the car parts
- Car repair companies that make faulty repairs or fail to properly fix a car according to the terms of a recall
- The companies involved in the marketing of an automobile for misrepresentations
How do you prove liability when defective auto parts cause accidents in Tuscaloosa?
We work with many different experts to show that a defective car part caused your accident or injuries and that the defect was present at the time of the accident. These experts include our own investigators, the police, traffic reconstruction experts, engineers, mechanics, and experts who are familiar with the specific type of car part or car involved in your crash.
We also review the police reports, investigate whether there are any videos of the accident by nearby businesses or residences, question every witness to the crash, and work with your doctors to verify that the accident is the cause of your injuries. Our team may also examine the vehicles involved in the crash, including any maintenance or repair records and the roadway where the accident occurred. Other potential evidence we might review includes the manufacturer's records, which show the design, construction methods, instruction manuals, and other relevant information about the product in question.
As we discussed above, we also review whether there are any recall notices or recall orders.
What injuries do defective auto parts cause in Tuscaloosa?
At Prince Glover Hayes, our personal injury lawyers have years of experience representing anyone who suffers any type of serious injury due to a defective auto part, including:
- Traumatic brain injury and other types of head trauma
- Traumatic amputation/loss of limb
- Spinal cord damage, including paralysis
- Burn injuries
- Fractures/broken bones
- Soft tissue injuries
- Nerve damage
- Whiplash
- Hearing or vision loss
- Crush injuries, including internal organ damage and internal bleeding
- Death
What’s the value of my defective auto part claim?
Our Tuscaloosa defective car part lawyers work with your doctors to explain the full scope and severity of your injuries, including all the medical treatments you need and all the ways your life is more difficult and painful due to your injuries.
We demand compensation for all your current and future:
- Medical bills, including emergency transport, ER care, hospital stays, surgeries, doctor visits, rehabilitative therapy, medications, and assistive devices
- Loss of income, including permanent disability compensation
- Physical pain and emotional suffering
- Scarring and disfigurement
- Loss of bodily function
- Loss of consortium
- Inability to enjoy life’s pleasures
- Property damage
- Home modifications
- Wrongful death damages
Do you have a defective auto parts lawyer near me in Tuscaloosa?
Prince Glover Hayes meets with injured drivers, passengers, and pedestrians – and the families of loved ones who died at our office located at 2311 University Boulevard, Tuscaloosa, AL 35401. We will make alternate arrangements when necessary. Our lawyers also conduct phone and online consultations.
Our lawyers have the experience and resources to hold manufacturers accountable for defective products. We’re prepared to guide you through this difficult time.
Contact our Tuscaloosa defective auto part accident lawyers as soon as possible
Auto accidents due to defective parts often cause life-changing injuries. Many victims live with permanent or chronic pain. At Prince Glover Hayes, we have an impressive record of recoveries for our clients, including many for millions and hundreds of thousands of dollars. Our Tuscaloosa defective auto parts lawyers understand the unique challenges that product liability claims involve. Call us or complete our contact form to schedule a free consultation. We represent defective car part clients on a contingency fee basis.